Offensive rebounds retain possession and produce further opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Boston Celtics rank 6thbest in in the league without the home court advantage with 10.8 offensive rebounds per game over the last 17 games.Over the last 5 games when they are the visiting team, opposing teams have snagged 6.4 offensive rebounds per game (2nd-fewest in the league) vs. the New York Knicks (turning over possessions that could otherwise lead to extra chances for offense).Al Horford has converted 100.0% of his foul shots over the last 5 games on the road, 25.0% higher than he's put through the net over the course of the season away from his home court.Over the last 25 games, the other team has attempted 19.3 free throws per game (fewest in the NBA) against the New York Knicks, struggling to get to the free-throw line.
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